Course overview
Many people love to explore the world and go jet-setting for their own personal enjoyment, but perhaps you want to make it part of your career. Whether you have an interest in exploring other countries for work or are fascinated by aspects of the tourism industry, including the development or the socio-cultural impacts of tourism, our travel and tourism course could be the perfect place to start your learning.
The course has been designed in conjunction with industry professionals to deliver the best learning experience for you, launching your new dream career in the travel or tourism industry!
Job outcomes
- Air Cabin Crew
- Hotel Manager
- Tourism Officer
- Travel Agent
Recognition
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
Duration study load
The average time within which students complete their studies is:
- Diploma Level – 24 weeks
- Advanced Diploma Level – 31 weeks
Entry requirements
There are NO previous work or education requirements for entry into any course level.
Course features
- Launch your new career in tourism or travel
- Take part in a course created by professionals who have worked in the travel and tourism industry
- Eliminate time spent travelling to in-person classes so you can spend more time learning online
- Learn at your own pace, without the pressure of keeping up with other students
- Get access to a personal tutor who can provide assistance and answer your questions
- Pay upfront to get a special 10% discount off the total course fee, or spread the cost via interest-free weekly payments
Professional recognition
Accredited by the IAPCC
Delivery
This travel and tourism course is carried out entirely online, with no need to travel or attend physical classes. This is also known as distance learning or correspondence learning and can be extremely beneficial. You can work your classes around other commitments including family or work, and you can take the course in your own time whenever you have a spare moment.
Unlike courses by other providers, which can be dull or irrelevant, we’ve incorporated as much interesting and practical material into our travel course as possible so it’s a worthwhile investment for you.
Subjects
Definitions
Tourism platforms
Terminology
Economic importance
The concept of a system
Transit region
The destination
The tourism industry
The tourist
The tourism system
The Origin region
Growth of tourism
Postwar tourism growth
Long-term forecasts
Destination image
Global patterns of tourist distribution
Regional patterns of tourist distribution
Elements of a destination
Tourist destinations
Introduction to tourism product
The tourism product
Natural categories
Cultural categories
Attractions
Interpretation of sites
Festival and events
The tourism industry
Distribution systems
The travel agent, tour operators and wholesalers
Transport Accommodation
Tourism Industry organisations
About International Career Institute
The International Career Institute (ICI) is an independent and private provider of online education.
ICI students are given skills that will change their employment prospects and increase their value to employers. The Institute listens to employers via its strong links to industry.
The Institute currently offers over 50 exciting careers and lifestyle focused courses to a broad range of adult learners regardless of location or prior experience and education.
